Achenes



 
 

Achenes are dry fruits that contain 1 seed that is attached to the wall, or the pericarp.

Sunflower seeds are a common example of achenes.

Strawberries also have achenes. 
 

The fleshy part we eat is the receptacle of the plant. But the seeds of a strawberry are achenes! 

Achenes are the true fruit in a strawberry.


 

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